Garments

Details of size and price for individual garments can be found in the Shop

Maia Jacket

The Maia Jacket. Developed for myself originally, the Maia Jacket is a combination of a traditional Asian woman's cross-over jacket, with a flattering and comfortable three-quarter length sleeve inspired by a museum collection Victorian dress. Cut to fall on the top of your hip with a stylish swing to the back, this jacket works with a tailored outline or as a layering garment, over a loose skirt or trousers

Manon Dress

The sleeveless version of the original Petra, the Manon Dress is a summer favourite. The wide cut of the body allows the armholes to drop over the shoulder, creating a very relaxed and comfortable garment. The Manon can work equally well on it's own as a simple dress or over a simple shirt or t-shirt. The Manon like all the workshirts dresses comes with pockets, but can be made without for a more formal look.

Unless stated otherwise in the shop description, I sew all the workshirts together with fell seams , so the inside is as neat and finished as the outside.

Jana Trouser

The Jana Trouser, is a trouser that could be a skirt! In fact that's how my version was developed. Reminiscent of a Thailand fisherman's trouser, this design is both cool in summer and also works as an undergarment with a skirt for a cold winter.

A simple A-line shape, the Yana Trouser is closed along the 'bottom' edge with slightly angled leg openings. A zip closure at the centre-back and a button for security, this garment creates a smart and elegant outline when combined with a simple top, whilst still being the ultimate choice for relaxed dressing.

Solstice Skirt

My only skirt design, the Solstice is the winter version of the Ariana. A maxi length A-line skirt with a zip closure and button on the side. Some versions have pockets.

The Solstice is a substantial quilted skirt. The lining is of brushed cotton, so if you feel the cold like me, revel in the Elizabethan style grandeur of this heavy and warm garment. The quilting pattern, like the block design is unique to each skirt, an excuse to celebrate pattern and colour in the cloth and stitching.

Ariana Skirt

The Ariana is a lighter weight but no less dramatic version of the Solstice. With the same simple A-line shape, featuring a zip closure and button at the side, the Ariana creates an elegant and versatile outline.

The maxi skirt length provides a wonderful canvas for the signature Gemma Textiles colour block style. All my seams on an Ariana Skirt are sewn as a fell seam, minimising tickly or exposed edges on the inside. Some versions have pockets

Petra Workshirt

The original 'workshirt' I developed for myself by sewing two shirts together to make an oversized dress. It's become a staple in my wardrobe, and is a very adaptable garment.

Sleeves can be cut tight to the wrist for practicality or with a shorter and wider shape for ultimate comfort. Generously cut in the width, even the regular size will fit up to a UK 14/16. All of the workshirt designs have pockets, the Petra has either 'fist' size or a comfortable, 'I'm sure it's in there somewhere' size patch pockets on the front.

Unless stated otherwise in the shop description, I sew all the workshirts together with fell seams , so the inside is as neat and finished as the outside.

Aria Workshirt

The Aria Workshirt is a shorter version of the original Petra. Designed to fall from below the hip to mid thigh, the Aria can be worn as a summer weight cover-up or becomes a work smock in heavier fabrics.

A sleeveless Aria with the Manon cut drop shoulder is also available.

Unless stated otherwise in the shop description, I sew all the workshirts together with fell seams , so the inside is as neat and finished as the outside.

Ida Workshirt

There are three size options for all the workshirt designs, but as even the smallest has a generous width to the body, your choice of size can be informed by how you want to style your outfit.

Unless stated otherwise in the shop description, I sew all the workshirts together with fell seams , so the inside is as neat and finished as the outside.

Carmen Cape

This sleeveless Carmen Cape design provides a wonderful canvas to make a statement. The perfect garment for layering on a cooler day, there's plenty of room for extra layers underneath. Or wear it with skinny jeans and a poloneck to make the most of the Carmen Cape's stylish outline.

Designed to be put on over the head, it's an easy and comfortable garment to wear. The deep cut armholes allow for active use, and the hugely generous pockets built into the front will help you feel you're ready for anything.

Whether you choose a simple colour palette, or opt for an eye-catching Carmen with hand-embroidered decoration, this garment is sure to become a wardrobe favourite.

Sizes and prices for all available Capes are detailed on individual Shop pages.

Eszter Wrap

Creating a stylised cape profile, the Eszter Wrap is a chimera of a garment. Whatever your dress size, the larger cut, either with a button down front opening, or as a streamline over the head version, with it's generous swathe of fabric, will envelope your back and neck in comfort and style. In a larger cut style, the sleeve openings should fall below the elbow, creating a relaxed outline.

A smaller cut of the Eszter will fall on or above the waist at the back and on or above the elbow. This cut can be styled successfully as part of a formal outfit.

Both versions of the Eszter Wrap provide a canvas for a truly iconic garment.

ExhibitionWare

Here are the occasional, and truly special pieces that will make you feel like a work of art!